Holding steady.
Popularity of Shayda since 1982
Babies named Shayda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 63 |
| 1990s | 100 |
| 2000s | 99 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Shayda is a Persian feminine name that entered U.S. records in 1982, reflecting the growing influence of Iranian culture in America following waves of immigration. Despite never ranking among the top 1,000 names, its usage reached a peak in 2006, indicating modest but enduring appeal among families seeking a lyrical, culturally meaningful name. The name has remained relatively stable in usage over the past decades, neither surging nor fading significantly. Its sound and spelling are accessible to English speakers while retaining a distinct Persian identity. Shayda's top states of usage are not concentrated, suggesting a broad but thin distribution across the country. As a name with deep roots in Persian poetry and romance, Shayda offers a connection to a rich literary tradition without being burdened by famous bearers or pop culture associations.
Shayda is a Persian name derived from the word 'shaydā' (شیدا), meaning 'beloved' or 'sweetheart', with connotations of being passionately in love or even 'crazy' in a devoted sense. The name has been used in Persian-speaking regions for many years and is associated with poetic expressions of love in classical Persian literature. It remains a common feminine name in Iran and the Iranian diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shay, Shay-Shay
Sibling names for Shayda
Names that share Shayda's style, for a brother or sister.
